The UK Government has called the move the "largest resettlement programme for children in the world".

The decision comes after months of calls by MPs and charities for the Government to do more to help migrants.

MPs on the International Development Committee (IDC) approved the move, it is understood.

It following warnings from humanitarian organisations that thousands of unaccompanied children were left vulnerable to exploitation and violence while living in appalling conditions.

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Save the Children said 3,000 unaccompanied minors would represent Britain’s “fair share” of more than 26,000 estimated to have entered Europe.

Charities say the move will stop kids being exploited or being forced into early marriage.

Some of the rescued children will arrive with their families and carers, the Home Office said.

James Brokenshire, Immigration Minister, said: "The UK Government is committed to providing life-saving support and assistance to the vulnerable children who have been unjustly impacted by this ongoing humanitarian crisis."